[2026] Popular Ballad Songs in the United States: From the Latest Hits to Timeless Classics
A ballad whose melody and lyrics gently embrace the heart and seep into your soul.
Don’t you have an unforgettable song of your own? In America, countless classic ballads have been born over the years and continue to captivate listeners around the world.
From songs about aching, unrequited love to those that express deep feelings for someone special, the range of expression is truly vast.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide array of American ballads—from rock-tinged tracks to pop ballads and power ballads.
We’ve gathered everything from long-beloved standards to the latest buzzworthy tunes.
You’re sure to discover a song that moves you to the core.
Playlist
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| 1east | OrdinaryAlex Warren |  play_arrow | A new song depicting Alex Warren’s love for his wife |
| 2east | Die With A SmileLady Gaga, Bruno Mars |  play_arrow | Two giants at the pinnacle of pop come together for a miraculous collaboration… |
| 3east | drivers licenseOlivia Rodrigo |  play_arrow | An actress and singer-songwriter born in 2003… |
| 4east | Dream OnAerosmith |  play_arrow | Formed in Boston in 1970, American… |
| 5east | If I Ain’t Got YouAlicia Keys |  play_arrow | Weaving classical elements into R&B and soul... |
| 6east | End of the RoadBoyz II Men |  play_arrow | When discussing the R&B scene of the 1990s, it’s im… |
| 7east | Can’t Help Falling in LoveElvis Presley |  play_arrow | Just by listening to the gently flowing melody, my heart warms... |
| 8east | All of MeJohn Legend |  play_arrow | The beautiful piano melody resonates in the heart, John Le… |
| 9east | Endless LoveLionel Richie, Diana Ross |  play_arrow | Two big figures who supported Motown’s golden era… |
| 10east | I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston |  play_arrow | The movie “The Bo…” released in 1992 |
| 11east | Just the Way You AreBilly Joel |  play_arrow | It's the sweet sound of a Fender Rhodes in the intro... |
| 12east | When I Was Your ManBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Spun only from piano melody and vocals, a rather... |
| 13east | Time After TimeCyndi Lauper |  play_arrow | Distinctive fashion and a powerful singing voice... |
| 14east | Purple RainPrince |  play_arrow | Freely traversing genres, a one-and-only soun... |
| 15east | Unchained MelodyThe Rigthteous Brother |  play_arrow | Known as a pioneer of blue-eyed soul… |